Notes from inside the deal room.
Field-tested observations on M&A strategy, buyer behavior, valuation, and dealmaking. Written by Lane Gordon and the 733Park team.
How Payments, Fintech, AI, and Vertical SaaS Companies Are Actually Valued in 2026
Real 2026 multiple bands for merchant portfolios, ISOs, fintech, AI, and vertical SaaS companies, drawn from 200+ closed transactions. What actually moves the multiple in each vertical, and why generic calculators get it wrong.
How to Sell Your Vertical SaaS Company for Maximum Value in 2026
How to sell a vertical SaaS company in 2026: the revenue multiples buyers are paying, the five metrics they scrutinize first, process timelines, and the deal terms that quietly cut net proceeds.
Building Business Value in the AI Era
733Park CEO Lane Gordon joins the Merchant Sales Podcast to discuss how AI is reshaping software and payments, why payments revenue commands premium valuations, and what makes a business sellable in 2026.
Selling a Payments, Fintech, or Vertical SaaS Company Is a Search, Not a Listing
Finding a buyer is easy. Finding the right one before they find you, and getting them to compete, is the entire job. How 733Park runs a payments, fintech, or vertical SaaS sale as a search, not a listing.
Who Buys ISOs and Merchant Portfolios? A Guide to Today's Buyers
Who buys ISOs and merchant portfolios today: larger ISOs, processors, private equity platforms, and fintech consolidators, and what each values most.
What Is My Merchant Portfolio Worth? How Residual Streams Are Valued
How merchant portfolios and residual streams are valued in a sale, what raises or lowers the multiple, and how ISOs benchmark before going to market.
How to Sell Your ISO or Merchant Portfolio: A Step-by-Step Guide
How to sell your ISO or merchant portfolio: when to sell, how buyers value residuals, the sale process step by step, and how to protect your value.
What Is My Payments, Fintech, or SaaS Company Worth?
How acquirers value payments, fintech, and SaaS companies, what raises or lowers your multiple, and how to benchmark your business before a sale.
Questions to Ask Before You Hire an M&A Advisor
Ten questions to ask before hiring an M&A advisor, plus what a strong answer sounds like on fees, staffing, buyers, confidentiality, and readiness.
How to Choose a Boutique M&A Advisor for a Payments or Fintech Company
How to choose a boutique M&A advisor for a payments or fintech company: seven criteria, red flags, and what separates real specialists from generalists.
Post-Merger Integration: Protecting Value After the Close
Post merger integration drives deal success or failure. See where value is lost, what buyers prioritize, and how to protect enterprise value after close.
Veero AI Acquired by Shirah Technologies: Inside a Vertical AI M&A Deal
Shirah Technologies acquires Veero AI. Explore what drove this vertical AI transaction and see how buyers value embedded computer-vision platforms.
Agentic AI M&A: Valuing Autonomous Platforms
Discover how Agentic AI impacts tech M&A. Learn how investors value autonomous software platforms, assess AI agents, and structure deals in a shifting market.
How M&A Firms Protect Confidentiality: The 733Park NDA Process
How M&A firms protect confidentiality during AI, fintech, payments, and SaaS sales. The 733Park NDA process explained step by step.
Top Boutique M&A Firms in Boston for 2026
Guide to top boutique M&A firms in Boston and New England, including 733Park and advisors for founders considering a sale, acquisition, or recap.
How Generative AI is Reshaping Today's M&A Deals
Learn how generative AI is influencing M&A deals, valuations, and diligence, and why experienced advisors still matter for successful exits.
Why Private Equity Firms Love M&A Advisors
Private equity firms rely on M&A advisors to close smarter deals. Learn how expert guidance drives value, speeds execution, and maximizes returns.
M&A Buyer Due Diligence: What It Reveals in a Deal
M&A buyer due diligence reveals financial risks, growth potential, and deal structure insights that shape valuation and strategic acquisition decisions.
GeniusVets Joins Forces with ProSites in Strategic Acquisition Led by 733Park
733Park advises on ProSites’ acquisition of GeniusVets, a leader in veterinary and dental marketing technology, in a strategic SaaS transaction.
The Top Vertical SaaS Companies to Know Today
Explore the top vertical SaaS companies by industry, key growth drivers, market trends, and what founders should know about scaling and exit opportunities.
Common Mistakes Founders Make in Their Exit Strategies
A detailed look at common mistakes founders make in exit strategies, including timing errors, valuation gaps, deal structure issues, and buyer misalignment.
Best Practices for a Successful M&A Strategy
Learn proven merger and acquisition strategies that enhance growth, strengthen deal outcomes, and guide founders toward successful, value-driven M&A results.
How Earnouts Actually Work in Mergers & Acquisitions
Learn how earnouts in M&A actually work to align buyers and sellers, bridge valuation gaps, and maximize outcomes with 733Park’s expert M&A advisors.
Key Factors That Drive a Business' Valuation
Learn how to calculate business valuation and what drives enterprise value. 733Park’s M&A advisors help fintech, SaaS & AI founders maximize outcomes.
Global Fintech, Payments, AI & SaaS M&A: Boutique Leaders, Market Trends, and Advisor Selection in 2025
Explore 2025 fintech, payments, AI & SaaS M&A trends. Learn why boutique advisors like 733Park lead mid-market deals with precision and global reach.
Top Reasons Why Payment ISOs are in High-Demand
Discover why ISO payments are surging in demand, what drives valuations, and how founders can plan strategic exits with 733Park’s expert M&A guidance.
Why Artificial Intelligence Startups Are Hot M&A Targets
Artificial intelligence M&A is accelerating. See why every AI startup is a top acquisition target and how 733Park helps founders achieve high-value exits.
The Future of Fintech M&A Consolidation: What to Expect
Explore the future of fintech M&A consolidation. Learn what trends are driving deals and how founders can prepare to maximize enterprise value.
How to Choose the Best M&A Advisor for Your Company
Learn how to choose the right M&A advisor. Discover key qualities, sector expertise, and strategies to maximize enterprise value in your next transaction.
M&A Due Diligence Checklist: What Sellers Need to Know
Explore the essential M&A due diligence checklist for sellers. Learn key steps, avoid pitfalls, and see how 733Park guides founders to successful exits.
An In-Depth Analysis of SaaS Exit Strategies
An in-depth analysis of SaaS exit strategies, including acquisition paths, valuation drivers, deal structures, and timing considerations for founders.
6 SaaS Merger & Acquisition Trends in 2025
Explore the top SaaS mergers and acquisitions trends for 2025. Learn how valuations, AI, and private equity shape exits and growth with 733Park.
What is Payments M&A? A Comprehensive Guide
Discover what payments M&A is, why the sector attracts deals, and how founders can prepare for successful exits with expert guidance from 733Park.
How Fintech Exit Strategies Maximize Sale Value
Learn how effective fintech exit strategies maximize sale value. 733Park shares M&A insights to help founders plan successful exits and attract premium buyers.
Sardine Raises $70M in AI Funding to Boost Compliance
Sardine’s $70M AI funding signals rising investor demand in compliance tech. Learn what it means for fintech founders and future M&A trends.
AI M&A Deals: OneMagnify Acquires Guidance
Explore OneMagnify’s acquisition of Guidance and what it signals for AI-driven M&A across fintech, SaaS, and digital transformation strategies.
Fintech M&A Deal: nCino Acquires Sandbox Banking
nCino’s acquisition of Sandbox Banking marks a pivotal fintech M&A deal. Explore deal terms, strategic value, and what this means for banking tech investors.
Exploring 5 M&A Strategies: Benefits & Risks
Explore five M&A strategies founders use to scale, innovate, or exit and the risks to consider when pursuing growth in fintech, AI, payments, and SaaS.
Understanding Fintech Risk & Compliance
Explore key fintech risk and compliance challenges, and how strategic M&A advisory helps founders navigate regulations and maximize enterprise value.
Inside the Marqeta Fintech M&A Deal with TransactPay
Marqeta’s acquisition of TransactPay marked a significant step in its strategy to expand global card issuing capabilities and strengthen its presence in Europe.
Advantive SaaS M&A Deal Transforms B2B eCommerce
The SaaS M&A landscape continues to evolve, and Advantive’s recent acquisition of Commerce Vision is a prime example of how strategic transactions are reshaping global B2B eCommerce.
Bilt Rewards Acquires Banyan to Enhance Loyalty Program
Bilt Rewards acquires Banyan to enhance loyalty and data insights—underscoring how fintech firms are leveraging M&A to personalize rewards at scale.
MoonPay acquires Iron (Stablecoin Payments Infrastructure)
MoonPay’s acquisition of Iron strengthens its push into stablecoin payments—highlighting the strategic role of infrastructure in fintech and Web3 M&A.
Alkami’s $400M Acquisition of MANTL: A Defining Moment in Fintech M&A
Alkami acquires MANTL for $400M to enhance digital banking onboarding. Deal highlights fintech M&A trends, efficiency, and strategic platform integration.
Laudable AI M&A Deal: Base AI’s Strategic Acquisition
Base AI acquires Laudable to boost customer-led growth with AI-driven insights, advocacy, and retention, signaling a shift in post-sale engagement strategy.
Sardine AI Raises $70M to Make Fraud & Compliance Teams More Productive
Sardine AI raises $70M to expand real-time fraud and compliance tools—spotlighting how AI is reshaping risk management in high-growth fintech segments.
Understanding ISO Merchant Processing: A Guide for Businesses
733park relays everything you need to know regarding an ISO merchant portfolio transaction and how to maximize your profit potential. Learn more
733Park Predicts Banner Year for M&A in 2024
733Park forecasts a banner year for fintech, payments, SaaS, and AI M&A in 2024. Explore key trends, valuations, and exit opportunities for founders.
Renovite has been Acquired by JP Morgan Chase
733Park examines the recent acquisition of Renovite by JP Morgan Chase and the lessons that can be learned and applied in 2023. Click to learn more.
Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) Market: Risks and Realities
Explore the real risks behind buy now pay later BNPL models. Learn how emerging challenges impact payments, fintech growth, and strategic M&A decisions.
Payments M&A Outlook Through 2023
733Park explores the First American Payment Systems “FAPS” sale for $960M cash and the lessons that can be applied in 2023. Click to learn more.
Cryptocurrency: Gaining Popularity and Concerns on Cybersecurity
Explore how rising cryptocurrency adoption is shaping cybersecurity risks and influencing M&A strategy across fintech, payments, SaaS and AI sectors.
How Much is Your Online Business Worth
733Park and Maria Sparagis of Direct Pay Net discuss what drives online business valuations in fintech, payments, SaaS, and AI—and how to maximize value.
Hot Market Trends in M&A Continue Through the End of July
Explore key M&A trends across fintech, payments, SaaS, and AI. See what’s driving valuations, buyer demand, and strategic deal activity through July.
More Noteworthy M&A Deals in Fintech, Payments, and SaaS
Stay updated on the latest M&A activity in fintech, payments, and SaaS. Explore key deals shaping the industry and their impact on market trends.
Recent Transactions in Fintech, Payments, and SaaS
Explore recent fintech, payments and SaaS M&A transactions with 733Park. Discover market trends, deal insights and advisory expertise from industry leaders.
The Evolution of Real-Time Payments
Explore the evolution of real-time payments and how innovation is driving M&A activity across fintech, payments, and digital infrastructure.
Create Company Value and Trends in Tech Acquisitions
733Park’s Lane Gordon shares expert insights on how fintech, SaaS, and AI founders can drive enterprise value and prepare for a successful strategic exit.
Our Pandemic Start and The M&A Industry
Lane Gordon shares how the pandemic is shaping the M&A industry, the rise of niche advisory, and trends driving fintech, payments, and SaaS transactions.
Top Reasons Why Deals Fail Today
Discover the top reasons M&A deals fall apart—from misaligned expectations to weak diligence—and how founders can avoid costly mistakes in exit planning.
733Park Podcast Plug-In: The Payments Podcast
Plug In: The 733Park Podcast delivers expert insights on fintech, payments, SaaS, and AI M&A—featuring deal trends, founder strategies, and market shifts.
733 Podcast Plug-in: Fintech Insider
733Park is sponsoring a podcast on Fintech Insider’s. This episode will focus on features everything from Fintech to banking to technology to financial services.
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